Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide Directly

• Account Information: Email address, username, password (encrypted)
• Communication Data: Messages sent through contact forms or customer support
• Analysis Requests: Stock symbols, company names, and investment preferences you input

1.2 Information We Collect Automatically

• Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, operating system
• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent, click patterns, feature usage
• Analytics Data: Performance metrics, error logs, system diagnostics

1.3 Information from Third Parties

• Market Data: Real-time stock prices and financial information from licensed data providers
• Social Login: Basic profile information if you choose to sign in via Google or other social platforms

2. How We Use Your Information

2.1 Service Provision

• Delivering AI-powered stock analysis and recommendations
• Personalizing analysis results based on your investment profile
• Maintaining and improving service functionality

2.2 Communication

• Sending service-related notifications and updates
• Responding to your inquiries and providing customer support
• Sending marketing communications (with your consent)

2.3 Legal and Security

• Complying with legal obligations and regulatory requirements
• Protecting against fraud, abuse, and security threats
• Enforcing our terms of service and policies

3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

• Contract Performance: Processing necessary to provide our services
• Legitimate Interest: Service improvement, security, and fraud prevention
• Consent: Marketing communications and optional features
• Legal Obligation: Compliance with financial regulations

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

4.1 We Do Not Sell Your Data

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for monetary consideration.

4.2 Limited Sharing Circumstances

• Service Providers: Trusted partners who assist in service delivery (cloud hosting, analytics, customer support)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or regulatory authority
• Business Transfer: In case of merger, acquisition, or asset sale (with notice)
• Safety and Security: To protect rights, property, or safety of users or the public

5. Data Retention

6. Your Privacy Rights

6.1 Access and Portability

• Request a copy of your personal data
• Download your data in a portable format

6.2 Correction and Deletion

• Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
• Request deletion of your personal data ("right to be forgotten")

6.3 Control and Objection

• Restrict processing of your data
• Object to data processing based on legitimate interest
• Withdraw consent for marketing communications

6.4 Exercising Your Rights

To exercise these rights, contact us at: [email protected]

We will respond within 30 days of receiving your request.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

7.1 Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic site functionality
• Performance Cookies: Help us understand how users interact with our site
• Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
• Marketing Cookies: Used for targeted advertising (with consent)

7.2 Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect site functionality.

8. Data Security

8.1 Security Measures

• End-to-end encryption for data transmission
• Secure cloud infrastructure with regular security audits
• Access controls and authentication for employee access
• Regular security training for staff

8.2 Data Breach Response

In case of a data breach, we will notify affected users and relevant authorities within 72 hours, as required by law.

9. International Data Transfers

Your data may be processed in countries outside your residence. We ensure adequate protection through:

• Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) approved by the European Commission
• Data Processing Agreements with all service providers
• Regular compliance assessments

10. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under 18 years old. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware of such collection, we will delete the information immediately.

11. Contact Information

Data Protection Officer:

Email: [email protected]

Address: AI Stock Analyzer Privacy Team
123 Financial District
Tokyo, Japan 100-0001

EU Representative:

Email: [email protected]

12. Changes to This Policy

• We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements
• Material changes will be communicated via email or prominent notice on our website
• Continued use of our services after changes indicates acceptance of the updated policy

13. Regulatory Compliance

This Privacy Policy complies with:

• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
• California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
• Japan's Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA)
• Other applicable data protection laws